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frieren

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be cold
feel cold
freeze
turn to ice

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Definition of "frieren" in German

Below are the definitions and usage examples of the word "frieren" in its original language, German. This section is designed to help you understand the word in different contexts and sentence structures, especially while learning English.

The definitions and example sentences are presented across a range from beginner (A1) to intermediate (B1) levels. This way, you can learn the word step by step, from its most basic meaning to more complex usages. Each example is provided with its translation in German, ready for correct context and usage.
#1

Ein Gefühl starker Kälte im Körper empfinden.

DE: Mir ist kalt. Ich friere.

A1
EN: “I am cold. I am freezing.

DE: Zieh dir eine Jacke an, sonst frierst du.

A2
EN: “Put on a jacket, otherwise you will be cold.

DE: Ich habe die ganze Nacht gefroren, weil die Heizung kaputt war.

B1
EN: “I was cold all night because the heating was broken.
#2

(von Wasser oder anderen Flüssigkeiten) bei Temperaturen unter dem Gefrierpunkt zu Eis werden; (unpersönlich) eine Temperatur unter 0 °C haben.

DE: Draußen ist es kalt. Das Wasser friert.

A1
EN: “It's cold outside. The water is freezing.

DE: Im Winter friert der kleine Teich im Garten zu.

A2
EN: “In winter, the small pond in the garden freezes over.

DE: Achtung, es hat heute Nacht gefroren, die Straßen könnten glatt sein.

B1
EN: “Be careful, it froze last night, the roads could be slippery.

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